Craftsman 917.20403 G5500
The Craftsman 917.20403 G5500 is a tractor produced by Craftsman Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 724 cc 44.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW. Transmission: Hydro-Gear G7. Operating weight: 576 lbs 261 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 24 hp / 17.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
4 gal
15.1 L
Transmission
Hydro-Gear G7
Operating Weight
576 lbs
261 kg
Overview
 | 2014
G5000 SeriesGarden tractorHusqvarna built
G5000 Series
Garden tractor
Husqvarna built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Craftsman (a part of Sears) |
Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
Garden tractor | |
Original price was $3500 in 2014 | |
Variants | |
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20404 | California emissions |
Craftsman 917.20403 Engine | |
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24HP Briggs & Stratton 724cc 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 4 gal
15.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Craftsman 917.20403 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch (optional) |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Front PTO | independent |
Clutch | electric |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Weight | 576 lbs
261 kg |
Front tire | 16X6.5-8 |
Rear tire | 23X10.5-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 16 |
Battery CCA | 230 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 28 |
Battery Group | U1R |
Engine
Engine Detail — 724 cc / 44.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder 4-valve, air-cooled vertical-shaft V-Twin |
Displacement | 724 cc
44.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.12x2.89 inches
79 x 73 mm |
Power (gross) | 24 hp
17.9 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Sparkplug | Champion RC12YC |
Sparkplug gap | 0.030 inches
0.762 mm |
Oil capacity | 2 qts
1.9 L |
Oil change | 50 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hydro-Gear G7
Transmission | Hydro-Gear G7 |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Oil change | sealed unit, owner service is not recommended |
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Dimensions
Craftsman 917.20403 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16X6.5-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23X10.5-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 48 inches
121 cm |
Length | 73.75 inches
187 cm |
Width | 52.5 inches
133 cm |
Height | 46 inches
116 cm |
Weight | 576 lbs
261 kg |
Front axle | Cast-iron |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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54" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
54" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Craftsman |
3-blade with Manual lift | |
Cutting width | 54 inches
137 cm |
Cut height | 1 to 4 inch
2 to 10 cm |
Photos
Craftsman 917.20403 G5500 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.20403 G5500 based on its 24 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.20403 G5500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.2 hrs
Approximately 3.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4 gal / 15.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.2 gal/hr (4.7 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.20403 G5500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Craftsman Lawn Tractors Craftsman 917.20403 G5500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)24 hp
Kilowatts (kW)17.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)24.3 PS
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